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Aerial view of Farah City, Farah province, Afghanistan from the gunner's mount of a CH-47 Chinook helicopter during a flight Nov. 11. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Matthew Stroup/released)r

This is the first in a series of posts from Provincial Reconstruction Team Farah and their mission in Afghanistan.
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It’s that time of year again – flu season. Time for you and your family to get flu shots. Not only will you significantly lower your chance of getting the flu this winter, but you can make an important contribution …
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It wasn’t always easy as they worked through a long recovery, pain, and emotional stress, but through counseling and their love for one another, Chrissy and Stan worked to overcome his depression and found ways to keep their family strong. …
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Most mosquito bites are only an itchy nuisance, but some can lead to West Nile disease, a potentially serious illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this summer and fall are shaping up to be the …
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Managing pain and other ailments might not always require a pill bottle.  More people are turning to alternative ways to treat severe and sometimes stubborn conditions.  The so-called father of acupuncture in the military has not only tailored a procedure …
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